Asked if he expected Griffiths to play in Norway, Davies said: “I think so, yes, without giving away too much whether he is going to start or not. He is an important player for us and it’s good for us going into the game.

“It’s important (to have him available). We have a lot of players who are important in terms of scoring goals and creating chances but Griff is an important player for us, he has been since he’s been here.

“The manager works closely with him, he has a good relationship with him and we are really pleased that he is available for selection.”

Midfielder Tom Rogic played the ‘false nine’ position against the Eliteserien leaders but without success and manager Brendan Rodgers utilised winger James Forrest up front in a 5-0 friendly win over Sunderland on Saturday. Scott Sinclair has also played through the middle for Celtic.

Asked about the prospect of taking a risk with Griffiths, Davies said: “We don’t want to give too much away, understandably so, but he is available with us and looking forward to the game.”

With Dedryck Boyata out with a knee injury, Norwegian teenager Kristoffer Ajer made his first start for Celtic alongside Jozo Simunovic in central defence in the first leg after Sviatchenko was forced out with a groin complaint.

Davies said: “Erik is travelling so like Griff he has had a rehab process and is going to be travelling with us, which is a boost.

“We had our last training session today and Erik and Griff took part in that so they are coming with us, and that is important.”